John Mbadi Stories

No more loans for defaulting parastatals, Treasury declares
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 01, 2025

Mbadi outlined the measure in a circular to chief executives of State corporations, emphasising that defaulting entities will also be denied governmen...

Treasury cracks down on parastatals hiding surplus funds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 23, 2024

CS Mbadi has issued a stern warning to parastatals, revealing that some regulatory authorities have been circumventing rules by using surpluses in the...

World Bank places Kenya among nations with highest debt burdens
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 18, 2024

Kenya’s debt service costs on external debt more than doubled in 2023, rising from Sh403 billion to Sh839 billion. This sharp increase was attributed...

National Treasury asks Kenyans to give input on 2025/26 budget proposals
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 17, 2024

The invitation is in line with Articles 201, 221, and 232 of the Constitution, which require public participation in financial matters.

Treasury targets Sh2.5 trillion in pension, insurance savings for infrastructure projects
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 12, 2024

This initiative follows the collapse of high-profile PPP deals involving Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in Kenya's road and energy sectors, amid alle...

Mbadi says state to review taxes on salaries to ease burden on workers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 04, 2024

The CS said that taxes currently take up 8 per cent of employees' salaries, a burden that many find excessive.

Mbadi: JKIA-Adani deal legally terminated with no financial impact
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 28, 2024

The Adani Group deal, which included the renovation and management of JKIA at a cost of Sh238 billion, was terminated a week after international corru...

Government plans to reduce PAYE to ease tax burden - CS Mbadi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 22, 2024

The CS also emphasised the importance of ensuring that Kenyans have more disposable income after taxes.

Mbadi: Adani deals still in early stages, can be cancelled anytime
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 21, 2024

Mbadi also emphasised that the government was still conducting due diligence on Adani's proposals and had not yet begun formal negotiations.

Treasury on the spot for delaying e-procurement system, Ruto orders rollout by 2025
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 21, 2024

He pointed out that this system would be a crucial tool in the fight against corruption, a battle he vowed to take on with full resolve.

Treasury reveals Sh2.1 billion spent on Haiti peacekeeping mission
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 20, 2024

The spent funds are contrary to previous assurances that taxpayer funds would not be used to finance the mission.

Exclusive: Kenya in talks for fresh Sh112.8bn loan from World Bank, AfDB, says official
Reuters  |  Nov 20, 2024

A spokesperson in the World Bank's Kenya office confirmed the talks for new funding, which fell under its "Development Policy Operations" (DPO) with t...

Without a new revenue framework, counties face cash crisis in January
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 20, 2024

Mbadi has warned that the Exchequer will complete the transfer of this backstop threshold amounting to Sh192.5 billion by the end of December.

Government can't afford Sh400 billion for counties, says Treasury
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2024

Responding to criticism over the reduced allocation, the CS highlighted the reluctance of many to pay taxes while demanding more government funds.

Omanga lands state job after rejecting another appointment
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Nov 09, 2024

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced the trio's appointment, effective November 8, 2024, in a Gazette notice.

CS Mbadi targets digital economy in new tax proposal push
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2024

According to the CS, the proposal is to expand the tax base by bringing the income of the owners of digital platforms that offer the above services in...

Critical services at risk as Treasury fails to fund key departments
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 29, 2024

As a result, delays in obtaining essential documents are likely to worsen, compounding issues already experienced in recent months.

Kenyan taxpayer's burden: Sh4.3 billion spent on state vehicles in 2023
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 26, 2024

Budget allocation for vehicle purchases surged from Sh8.6 billion in 2021 to Sh9.7 billion in 2022, ultimately reaching Sh14.3 billion in 2023.

MPs summon Treasury, Transport CSs over audit queries linked to roads agencies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 24, 2024

Audits revealed troubling findings, such as numerous incomplete projects, significant pending bills, and delays attributed to contractors.

Kenya's economic progress highlighted at IMF meeting in Washington
Amina Wako  |  Oct 22, 2024

The discussions at the IMF meeting underscore Kenya’s commitment to economic reform and resilience in the face of ongoing challenges.